1520 Toledano St, New Orleans, LA 70115

Stunning Favrot Livaudais Garden District Tudor Revival. Land was purchased in 1881 from James Pierre Freret Estate on Louisiana Ave by Hugh McCloskey. This magnificent home was in the McCloskey family for over 7 generations. The spectacular details include swag & garland plaster cornices in the living room & detailed fruit basket cornices in the formal dining room, electrified by an enormous crystal chandelier. Take note of the 7 majestic marble fireplaces that adorn the living, dining, study & 4 of the 5 bedrooms, each mantle is elaborately carved & exemplifies the quality & workmanship of the home thus highlighting the magnificence of each room. There is a private office with original pocket doors & plenty of natural light to view the front gardens & Toledano neutral ground or relax and enjoy this view from the inviting front porch. Entertaining & large gatherings are seamless with the wide hallway that leads to the less formal portion of the home. The wet bar is appointed w/silver gilded ceiling, marble counter, wine cooler & ice maker. The rear living space includes a family room, kitchen & dining rm. A wall of French doors allow views of saltwater pool & gardens facilitatating relaxation & peacefulness. In addition there is a covered porch with plenty of seating. The New state of the art sound system allows music to be streamed throughout the main living and pool areas, via smart phone. Leading to the second floor & on the north facing wall is a Art Nouveau motif of stain glass at the landing of grand staircase. The 2nd floor includes 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 bedrooms share a bath & the other 2 are en-suites. The primary is a large suite that includes a spa bath & glassed in porch which overlooks the lush backyard & pool area providing the perfect area to meditate, practice yoga or exercise The 3rd floor magical views are amazing & worth the trip to the top. There is a complete bedroom suite & expansive playroom.